Embarking on a hike like Te Araroa will ultimately bring with it many questions. From friends and family who have no idea what it is to fellow hikers curious to take it on themselves. I’ve put together a list of the 10 most frequently asked questions about Te Araroa that …
As adventurers, I believe we have a duty of care to the planet around us. While we revel in its beauty, we should be doing what we can to protect it. And during the planning stages, I was determined to make my Te Araroa hike as sustainable as possible.
Adventurers love the world we wander. With that, we should be striving to make our adventures as eco-friendly and ethical as possible. But sometimes, you are just not sure where to begin. Here are a few ideas of how you can make your next trip in 2023 an eco-adventure. These …
Here is a list of all of my personal big adventures, with links to relevant blog posts: Te Araroa – May 2023 My most exciting trip yet! In November 2022, I quit my job, gave up my flat, and sold all my belongings to fund my walking the length of …
Hi, I’m Iona – blogger, freelance writer and avid adventurer! I am huge believer that big adventures are accessible to everyone – and I am using this blog to prove it. Where did I start? I had never even climbed a mountain in the UK when I signed up to …
The best adventure training partner – other than an actual real-life training partner if you have one – is a damn good podcast. It’s distracting during the tough parts and keeps you amused during rest time. It can be an adventure-based podcast that stokes you up. Or it can be …
